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Patent GB-2539587-A (GB)
Title: Acceleration corrected attitude estimation systems and methods
Inventor: MARK JOHNSON
IPC: G01C23/00
Filed: 2015-02-10
Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to provide accurate attitude estimation for a mobile structure. An attitude estimation system includes a logic device in communication with a gyroscope, an accelerometer, and/or a speed sensor. Sensor signals provided by the various sensors are used to determine an estimated absolute coordinate frame relative to the mobile structure, which can be referenced to the Earth's gravity. Angular velocities provided by the gyroscope are transformed to the estimated absolute coordinate frame and used to determine a stabilized attitude estimate for the mobile structure. The stabilized attitude estimate may be displayed to a user, used to calculate a heading or route for the mobile structure, and/or used to adjust a steering actuator, a propulsion system thrust, and/or other operational systems of the mobile structure.
Patent GB-2554917-A (GB)
Title: Method to determine fuel pump phasing
Inventor: LOQUAIS PEDRO
IPC: F02M63/02
Filed: 2016-10-14
Abstract: A method of determining the relative phasing between a crankshaft and a crankshaft driven high pressure piston pump via a cam mechanism 4, said piston pump adapted to provide high pressure fuel to a common rail 5, comprising: a) measuring the pressure P1 in common rail 5 at a time before a pumping stroke/event; b)measuring the pressure P2 in common rail 5 at a time after the pumping stroke/event; c) determining the average pressure of said measured pressure from steps a) and b); d) determining the time point where the measured pressure reaches the average pressure determined form step c) e) correlating said time point from d) with crankshaft position to determine said relative phasing. This method may allow for accurate rail pressure control by a digital inlet valve without additional manufacturing constraints such as machining tolerance.
Patent GB-2550009-A (GB)
Title: Headlamp adaptor
Inventor: PAUL IVOR HARPER
IPC: F21S8/10
Filed: 2017-01-13
Abstract: A headlamp adaptor for attachment to the headlamp of a motor vehicle, the dipped beam of which headlamp provides a far field illumination pattern including an upper portion, the adaptor position-able on a cover of the headlamp to intercept that portion of the beam providing said upper portion, the adaptor further configured to modify selected wavelengths of said intercepted portion to modify the composition of the far field illumination pattern. The modification may be for the purposes of reducing glare. The adaptor may be fabricated from a sheet of plastics material including a dye selected to modify the light passing through. Also disclosed is a method of applying a headlamp adaptor to a headlamp cover to modify the far field illumination patter generated by the headlamp.
Patent GB-2560490-A (GB)
Title: Holographic light detection and ranging
Inventor: JAMIESON CHRISTMAS
IPC: G03H1/08
Filed: 2017-01-19
Abstract: There is provided a system for a light detection and ranging ("LIDAR") system arranged to scan a scene, the system comprising a light source arranged to output light having a first characteristic, a spatial light modulator, "SLM", arranged to receive the light from the light source and output spatially-modulated light in accordance with computer-generated holograms represented on the spatial light modulator. The system further comprises: a holographic controller arranged to output a plurality of computer-generated holograms to the spatial light modulator, wherein each computer-generated hologram is arranged to form a corresponding light footprint within the scene and the holographic controller is further arranged to change the position of the light footprint within the scene. A light detector is arranged to receive light having the first characteristic from the scene and output a light response signal, wherein the plurality of computer-generated holograms comprise a first plurality of computer-generated holograms arranged to provide a first scan within the scene, and wherein the holographic controller is arranged to receive the light response signal in response to the first scan and determine a second plurality of computer-generated holograms based on a property of the light response signal in response to the first scan. A vehicle comprising the LIDAR system is also provided.
Patent GB-2546046-A (GB)
Title: Structure tensor constrained tomographic velocity analysis
Inventor: SHENGWEN JIN
IPC: G01V1/30
Filed: 2015-09-08
Abstract: An example method for tomographic migration velocity analysis may include collecting seismographic traces from a subterranean formation and using an initial velocity model to generate common image gathers and a depth image volume based, at least in part, on the seismographic traces. A structure tensor may be computed with the depth image volume for automated structural dip and azimuth estimation. A semblance may be generated using said plurality of common image gathers and said structure tensor. Image depth residuals may be automatically picked from said semblance. A ray tracing computation may be performed on said initial velocity models using said structure tensor. An updated velocity model may be generated with a tomographic inversion computation, wherein said tomographic inversion computation uses said plurality of image depth residuals and said ray tracing computation.
Patent GB-2562123-A (GB)
Title: Transmitting and receiving data using polar codes
Inventor: Michal Palgy
IPC: H04L1/00
Filed: 2017-05-08
Abstract: A method to transmit and receive data over a physical channel using a polar code. A data block of D data bits for transmission has a scrambling pattern applied based on S additional data bits to be transmitted as well. Error detection data is also included which may comprise a cyclic redundancy check (CRC). At the receiver one or more hypotheses are generated as to which scrambling format has been applied to the data block. Each hypothesis is tested by descrambling the data and using error detection to ascertain whether errors are present. Once the correct scrambling sequence has been identified the S additional data bits and block of D data bits can be determined. The S additional data bits may be transferred with no increase in the polar coding rate. The S additional data bits may represent uplink or downlink control such as ACK/NACK, RNTI, cell ID or puncturing information in eMBB multiplexing.
Patent GB-2564665-A (GB)
Title: Subsea installation method
Inventor: ERLING MYHRE
IPC: E21B43/01
Filed: 2017-07-18
Abstract: A method of installing an object 22 under water at a desired location, by providing the object on a vessel (figure 2, 21) and connecting the object to a submersible frame 12 located below the water surface. The vessel is spatially separated from the submersible frame along the direction of the water surface, and then the object is released from the vessel such that the object becomes submerged and carries out a pendulum motion 31 until the object is suspended from the submersible frame. Finally the object is moved to the desired location. In an alternative embodiment, the frame comprises a winch mechanism for moving the object to the desired location. Optionally, the submersible frame is connected to said vessel or a second vessel. Optionally, the buoyancy of the submersible frame is adjusted to compensate for the weight of the object. Optionally, the vessel or the second vessel can tow the submersible frame for positioning the object and where the desired position of the object is the seabed or a wellhead system. Optionally, submersible frame is connected to the second vessel by a tow line 13, a power line, or a communication line.
Patent GB-2556155-A (GB)
Title: A mitre cutting guide tool
Inventor: DANIEL SOANES-BROWN
IPC: G01B7/30
Filed: 2016-02-04
Abstract: A mitre cutting guide tool (1) comprises a first body section (2a) having a substantially planar outer face with an outer edge configured to rest against the face of a skirting board or coving to guide a cutting tool in use; a second body section (2b) rotationally connected to the first body section (2a) via a connecting means (5); a sensing means (9) configured to measure the angle between the first and second body sections (2a, 2b); a locking means (5) configured to connect the first and second body sections (2a, 2b) so that the angle can be altered and to lock the first and second body sections (2a, 2b) in position to set a given angle; the second body section (2b) supporting the first body section (2a) at the set angle against the length of skirting board or coving; the connecting means and/or locking means (5) configured so that the space between the first and second body sections (2a, 2b) is substantially unobstructed
Patent GB-2570628-A (GB)
Title: Edge fix top track
Inventor: LOUIS PATTEN
IPC: E04B2/82
Filed: 2017-11-17
Abstract: The present invention relates to a board edging device, a device for edging between a wall or similar and a ceiling or similar. The board edging device comprises: an elongate basal portion 93 arranged to attach to a structure and a pair of orthogonally extending flanges 10, which define a holding means for holding an orthogonally extending first board. The basal portion extends 1, 2 beyond each flange to each define a corner for receiving an additional board.
Patent GB-2568882-A (GB)
Title: Docking apparatus
Inventor: JEREMY JOHN GREENWOOD
IPC: G08G1/16
Filed: 2017-11-28
Abstract: A parking beacon docking station 390 for a vehicle comprises a dock 391 for receiving a parking beacon 305, a means for determining whether the beacon 305 is undocked, and a means for determining a speed of the vehicle. The docking station 390 activates an alert if the speed of the vehicle exceeds a threshold whilst the beacon is undocked. This system is intended to prevent the driver of a vehicle driving away without the beacon 305. The alert may be suppressed if the beacon 305 is activated to generate a parking location indicator. In addition, the docking station may trigger an alert if a distance between the beacon 305 and docking station exceeds a threshold. The beacon 305 may communicate with the docking station 390 via a wired or wireless communications link. The dock 390 may include means for recharging an energy storage device within the beacon 305. The docking station 390 may be employed in a towing or towed vehicle. In further aspects of the disclosure, the beacon may be employed to optically project a guide route onto the ground to illuminate a path to be taken by a driver of a vehicle towing a trailer to aid them in parking the vehicle and trailer. The beacon may comprise a camera for the identification of obstacles and terrain in order to generate a suitable path.
Patent GB-2568962-A (GB)
Title: A package receiving and returning device
Inventor: KEVIN DUCKERS
IPC: A47G29/14
Filed: 2017-12-04
Abstract: A package receiving device 99 suitable for mounting to a roof 300 comprises a compartment 200 having an opening and a frame 105 that surrounds the opening. A cover 6, 10 is arranged in the frame such that, in response to the detection of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the cover is automatically movable from a first closed position (in which the opening is sealed) to a second open position which enables receipt of a package through the opening. The compartment comprises a water drainage tray. The cover may comprise a window and/or may be made of plastic. Furthermore, the cover may have one or more photovoltaic cells and comprise two panels. The drip tray may be displaceable and the frame may have side baffles 1. The automated mechanism which opens the cover may comprise separate detection and positioning mechanisms. The positioning mechanism may be a worm screw positioning mechanism.
Patent GB-2563711-A (GB)
Title: Escape system
Inventor: MAXIME BOYER
IPC: B63C9/22
Filed: 2018-03-16
Abstract: An escape system for facilitating evacuation to water comprising a passage 1, a platform 3 and at least one evacuation craft 4. The platform is deployable from a structure/vessel 2 to the water and the passage facilitates evacuation from the structure to the platform. The passage is mounted to the platform by connection means 66 such that the platform is urged towards the structure when deployed. Additionally, the escape system is restricted in at least one direction of movement. Furthermore, the escape system comprises a plate 64 positioned beneath the platform and craft and upon deployment the plate supports the passage, platform and/or craft during deployment, and/or stabilizes the said passage, platform and craft after deployment in the water. The escape system further comprises a passage 1 that includes a distal end portion (100, figures 12, 12a) arranged in contact with the platform 3 that directs evacuees (120a, 120b, figures 12, 12a, 16a, 16b) from the passage towards an area of the platform for boarding a craft . The escape system as stated is also deployable from a vessel to water to facilitate evacuation via the passage wherein the passage extends aft from the evacuation point on the vessel.
Patent GB-2572446-A (GB)
Title: A passenger seating arrangement having access for disabled passengers
Inventor: Richard Peter John Nicholas
IPC: B64D11/06
Filed: 2018-03-30
Abstract: Aircraft cabin 103 passenger seating arrangement 101 comprising a column 107 of seat units 109 arranged in an inwardly facing herringbone (see figure 1e). Each seat unit 109 is configurable between a seating configuration and a flat­bed configuration. Each seat unit has an access opening 133 for accessing the respective seat unit 109. At least one of the seat units is configurable into a disabled-access configuration in which an access opening is temporarily widened by moving part of a foot-receiving structure 123, for enabling a disabled passenger to access the seat unit 109. The method of providing access for disabled passengers to the seat unit 109 comprises temporarily configuring a seat unit into a disabled-access configuration wherein the access opening 133 is widened from a first width to a second width that is greater than the first width. To aid with widening the access opening, at least part of an end wall 125 associated with foot receiving structure 123 is movable and detachable. The foot receiving structure 123 may also comprise an ottoman 126.
Patent GB-2559693-A (GB)
Title: Managing topic updates for a distributed data system
Inventor: PHILIP ALLAN GEORGE ASTON
IPC: H04L29/08
Filed: 2016-10-17
Abstract: To represent the indirect lifecycle binding between the validity of data for a given topic, and the presence of sessions responsible for updating the data associated with that topic, sessions may register a policy referred to herein as a "session will" against specific nodes in the topic tree maintained by a data distribution system server. A session will binds the lifecycle of the topic node to that of the registering session. When a session that is responsible for updating a particular topic is disconnected, the data distribution system server initiates actions in accordance with the session will to determine how to manage updating the topic and the sub-topics in the topic path.
Patent GB-2558146-A (GB)
Title: Pressure regulating check valve
Inventor: Ralph Joseph Robert
IPC: E21B37/06
Filed: 2015-12-30
Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for pressure regulating check valve assemblies are described. In an example, the check valve assembly comprises a housing defining a fluid passage having a fluid inlet side and a fluid outlet side. A first check valve positioned within the fluid passage oriented to restrict fluid flow from the fluid inlet side and a second check valve positioned within the fluid passage oriented to restrict fluid flow from the fluid outlet side. A flow dampener is positioned within the fluid passage and between the first and second check valves.
Patent GB-2564313-A (GB)
Title: Automated locker system and method for delivery and collection of packages
Inventor: STUART MILLER
IPC: G07F17/12
Filed: 2017-03-15
Abstract: A delivery and collection system comprises a plurality of automated locker assemblies (2), each comprising a plurality of contiguous lockers (21) which are monitored and controlled by a central computer system (3). Each locker (21) has an autonomous lock unit (4) including a processor (43), memory 44 and short range wireless transceiver (45) which communicates with any of a plurality of mobile phones or other wireless devices (1). Customers of the system are granted access to the lockers by validation codes which are communicated via an enabling message from the central computer system to an app running on the customer's device (1). The app is configured to send an access request to the lock unit (4) based on the enabling message, and to transmit event details downloaded from the lock unit back to the central computer system (3). Each enabling message may authorise the user device to perform multiple deliveries or collections or may be a one-time code which cannot be used again for another collection or delivery. Multiple enabling messages may be stored on the user's device for the same or different lockers. A single device (1') may be provided proximate the assembly (2) to control access to the lockers. In other embodiments, each package (6) in a locker assembly, optionally of conventional design including a local control unit 200, may be identified by a unique package ID 61 and also by a generic product ID or SKU, and a collection invitation may be sent to a customer to collect the package responsive to a request for that product type.
Patent GB-2564365-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for forming nitrogen cloud in order to manufacture hot-dip metal coated steel sheet having excellent surface quality, and method for manufacturing
Inventor: Byung Moon Lim
IPC: C23C2/40
Filed: 2016-05-27
Abstract: Provided is an apparatus, which is provided between the surface of a plating bath for hot-dip plating and air knife equipment for controlling the thickness of plating metal attached to the surface of a strip, so as to form a nitrogen cloud (curtain) along the periphery of the strip rising from the plating bath. The apparatus of the present invention: has a semicylinder-shaped body spaced at a predetermined distance from the surface of the plating bath and of which the bottom surface is opened so as to face the surface of the plating bath; has a slit, through which the strip passes, formed on the upper surface of the body; has a lower gas exhaust part formed along the periphery of the lower end portion of the body, and spraying nitrogen gas toward the surface of the plating bath so as to block external air; includes inner gas exhaust parts arranged at both sides of the strip so as to face each other, while traversing the bottom surface of the body in the width direction of the strip, so as to spray the nitrogen gas toward the strip; and has a plurality of spray nozzles, formed at the inner side of the body, for spraying the nitrogen gas toward the strip.
Patent GB-2580429-A (GB)
Title: Fixing apparatuses for room partitioning systems, and room partitioning systems
Inventor: ALEXANDER SMITH
IPC: E04B2/76
Filed: 2019-01-11
Abstract: A fixing apparatus in the form of a clamp 8 for securing the edge profile of a room partition panel (e.g. glass partition panels with aluminium edge profiles 9, Fig. 5a) to a floor, wall or ceiling track or rail. The clamp 8 uses a clamp lever system 5 with an eccentric rotatable part 7b (e.g. quick release system) to pull clamp plate 3 against support member 2, clamping a part 9a (see Figs 3c/4) of partition profile between plate 8 and support 2. Another part of the member is then clamped to a different profile/tack/rail to secure a partition in place. Threaded shafts 4a/b may extend from clamp plate 3 through holes into support onto which clamp lever and nuts may be secured and adjusted. The claim may be L-shaped for a corner connection or T-shaped for intermediate connections (see Fig 6). Also claimed is a room partitioning system including the fixing apparatus.
Patent GB-2581770-A (GB)
Title: Engine
Inventor: ALAN CHARLES PEARCE
IPC: F01K25/06
Filed: 2019-01-14
Abstract: An externally heated thermodynamic engine for operation with a working fluid including at least two different boiling point constituent fluids. The engine has a thermodynamic expander (21), condenser (26), liquid tank (28), a pump (29), a means for heating (50). The pump is adapted to pump, from the liquid tank to the heating means, both the different boiling point constituent fluids as liquids in a determined ratio. On feeding of the working fluid to the expander in at least partially vaporised state the vapour and/or liquid of the higher boiling point liquid releases energy in the expander to the vapour of the lower boiling point constituent fluid for production of work in the expander
Patent GB-2581508-A (GB)
Title: A food processing apparatus and method, for preparing and incubating a food product
Inventor: AMADEUS DRIANDO AHNAN
IPC: A47J44/00
Filed: 2019-02-21
Abstract: A food processing apparatus suitable for preparing and incubating a food product, such as tempeh, comprises a base 20 having a motor and a basket 38 which is suitable for rotation by the motor when mounted on the base. The apparatus further comprises a cover vessel 30 which is removably mountable over the base and a heater 32 that heats a volume inside the cover vessel. The apparatus is configurable in soaking, heating, centrifugal drying and incubation configurations. In the soaking configuration (for soaking the food product in water in the cover vessel) the cover vessel is separated from the base. In the heating configuration (for heating the food product in water in the cover vessel) the cover vessel is separated from the base and the heater provides water heating. In the centrifugal drying configuration (for centrifugal drying of the food product in the basket) the basket is mounted on the base and the cover vessel mounted over the base in an inverted orientation. The incubation configuration is suitable for incubating the food product. The apparatus aims to provide a simple and compact structure preparing and fermenting food products.
Patent GB-2582647-A (GB)
Title: A box for containing a foodstuff
Inventor: PAUL GIBSON
IPC: B65D5/24
Filed: 2019-03-29
Abstract: A box comprising a container 10 and lid (50, fig. 4), the container 10 has a base 12 hinged to four side walls 14 16 18 20, where adjacent side walls are linked by a concertina portion 30 32 34 36 comprising a plurality of folds. The box can be arranged in a planar formation, a bowl-like partially hinged formation (fig. 2), or a cuboidal formation (fig. 3) where all the side walls meet perpendicularly. The box may be biased toward the second bowl-like arrangement through the concertina portions, it may be made from a single piece of cardboard or paperboard and free of adhesive. The concertina portion may comprise a folded rigid material, where the folds 30c-e/32c-e/34c-e/36c-e pass through the intersection of the perpendicular sides of the concertina and are evenly spaced to define triangles, there may be three folds where the middle fold 30d/32d/34d/36d is directed to point outwardly from the interior of the container, folded sections come into contact when the container is folded up into the box conformation. The box may contain foodstuff, suitable for heating in the oven of an aircraft.